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How to pronounce:
luxurious
Phonetic Transcription:
lʌɡˈʒʊərɪəs
Examples:
Water is abundant in the town, and the vegetation luxurious.
Flowers are a luxurious splurge.
The houses are spacious and luxurious.
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Common mistakes of luxurious pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners stress the wrong syllable, saying "luxurious" as /lʌkˈʒʊəriəs/ instead of /lʌɡˈʒʊəriəs/ in US and /lʌkˈʒʊəriəs/ in UK. Tip: Focus on the second syllable for correct stress.
- Overemphasizing the "u": Many pronounce "luxurious" with an exaggerated "u" sound, leading to /lʌkˈʒʊə.ri.əs/. Tip: Keep the "u" sound short and smooth, as in /ʊ/.
- Missing the "r" sound: Some speakers omit the "r" in "luxurious," saying /lʌkˈʒuəs/. Tip: Remember to clearly articulate the "r" sound in the second syllable for clarity.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: A common mistake is pronouncing "luxurious" with the wrong vowel in the first syllable, like /ˈlʌkʒəriəs/. Tip: Use the short "u" sound /lʌk/ instead of a long "u."
- Adding extra syllables: Some people mistakenly add an extra syllable, pronouncing "luxurious" as /lʌkˈʒʊəriəs/. Tip: Ensure that the word has four syllables, not five, by keeping it concise.